1992 Miata Specifications (Stock)
Performance
| Top Speed | 116.8 mph |
| Standing Start 0-60 | 8.6 Seconds |
| Maximum Lateral G | 0.84 |
| Coefficient Drag (Cd) | 0.44 (Top Open) |
| 0.38 (Top Closed) | |
| Weight Distribution | 50:50 (Laden) |
Engine
| Type | Inline 4-cylinder |
| Valve Gear | DOHC 16-valve |
| Displacement | 1597cc (97 cu.in.) |
| Bore & Stroke | 78x83.6mm (3.1x3.3 in.) |
| Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 |
| Horepower, SAE net | 116@6500 rpm |
| Torque, SAE net (lb.-ft) | 100@5500 rpm |
| Redline | 7000 rpm |
| Induction System | Multi-port EFI |
Drivetrain
| Type | Front-engine/Rear-wheel Drive |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual w/overdrive |
| Ratios: 1st | 3.136 |
| 2nd | 1.888 |
| 3rd | 1.330 |
4th |
1.000 |
5th |
0.814 |
| Reverse | 3.758 |
| Final Drive | 4.300 |
| Clutch | Single Dry Plate |
Electrical System
| Battery | Lightweight, 32 amp/hour |
| Alternator | 60 amp |
| Cold Cranking Capacity | 330 amp |
| Ignition Sytem | Distributor-less electronic |
Chassis
| Frame | Unit Body Construction |
| Front & Rear Suspension | Independent double wishbone with coil springs & stabilizer bar |
| Shock absorbers | Tubular double-acting, low pressure gas filled |
| Steering | Rack-and-pinion type |
| Engine-rpm-sensing variable power assist (optional) | |
| Steering Ratio: 18.1; 15.0.1 (power assisted) | |
| Turning circle diameter, curb-to-curb: 9.38m (30.8ft) | |
| Braking System | Power-assisted 4-wheel disc brakes w/ dual hydraulic circuits |
| Front Disc: Ventilated, 236mm (9.3in.) diameter | |
| Rear Disc: Solid, 231mm (9.1in.) diameter | |
| Wheels | 5.5JJ-14" aluminum alloy (optional) |
| Tires | P185/60 R14 |
| Curb Weight | 964kg (2125 pounds) |
External Dimensions
| Wheelbase | 2266mm (89.2 in.) |
| Track: f/r | 1410/1428mm (55.5/56.2 in.) |
| Overall Length | 3948mm (155.4 in.) |
| Overall Width | 1676mm (65.9 in.) |
| Overall Height | 12224mm (48.2in.) |
| Minimum Ground Clearance | 115mm (4.5in.) |
Capacities
| Engine Oil Capacity | 3.6 litres |
| Coolant Capacity | 4.7 litres |
| Fuel Tank | 45 litres (9.9 Imp. Gallons) |